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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,792 cc

L16 RDDMOT history

L16 RDD is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

L16 RDD black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2023
Mileage
120,417 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 RDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 RDD was last recorded at 120,417 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 3,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,803 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,614 miles
Average per year
8,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,417 miles
  • 2021 – 116,803 miles
  • 2020 – 111,447 miles
  • 2019 – 107,704 miles
  • 2018 – 102,595 miles
  • 2017 – 86,646 miles
  • 2016 – 68,515 miles
  • 2015 – 58,942 miles
  • 2014 – 47,265 miles
  • 2013 – 40,769 miles
  • 2012 – 33,181 miles
  • 2011 – 26,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,417 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,417 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,417 miles
    Test number
    817932549916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,803 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    116,803 miles
    Test number
    798965407863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail116,800 miles (+5,353)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,800 miles
    Test number
    576726113822
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass111,447 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    145336530914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,704 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,704 miles
    Test number
    447845908746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,595 miles (+15,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    102,595 miles
    Test number
    463000043626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass86,646 miles (+18,131)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    927171423420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,515 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,515 miles
    Test number
    403600072165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,591 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,591 miles
    Test number
    506213904345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,456 miles (+7,514)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,456 miles
    Test number
    598553733574
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  11. Pass58,942 miles (+11,677)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    355544595119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,265 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,265 miles
    Test number
    279959284469
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail47,264 miles (+6,495)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,264 miles
    Test number
    667784584104
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass40,769 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    985209763173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail40,767 miles (+7,586)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,767 miles
    Test number
    286088563413
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to wearbars

  16. Pass33,181 miles (+6,921)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,181 miles
    Test number
    306264172155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,260 miles
    Test number
    837225571127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L16 RDD

Does L16 RDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 RDD expired on 11 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 RDD?
The MOT on L16 RDD expired on 11 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 RDD done?
L16 RDD was recorded at 120,417 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 8,218 miles a year.
Has L16 RDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 RDD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L16 RDD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L16 RDD find?
L16 RDD passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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